The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will begin repairs on Route 28 over the Bass River Bridge in Dennis and Yarmouth beginning on Monday, April 14, 2014. Preparation work to repair the bridge will take place during weekdays beginning at 7 AM for the next two weeks, and will consist of temporary barrier deployment, painting of pavement markings, and the installation of temporary supports. Two lanes of traffic will be maintained during the repairs, except while the temporary barrier and pavement markings are being placed, during which time brief interruptions should be expected. Access to the sidewalk will be prohibited during the first phase of the repairs. The bridge repairs are taking place to repair the deteriorated reinforced concrete piers. The first phase of the repairs is expected to continue into the first week of July

MassDOT encourages drivers to seek alternate routes to avoid delays. Drivers that must travel through the affected area should expect delays due to ongoing work.

In 2009, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) was created to unify the state’s various transportation agencies. MassDOT now includes the Highway Division, the MBTA and Rail Transit Division, the Aeronautics Division, and the Registry of Motor Vehicles. MassDOT is committed to providing a safe and reliable transportation system to all those who travel in the Commonwealth and works to deliver excellent customer service. MassDOT has been nationally recognized for its innovative approach to transportation, including the Accelerated Bridge Program, the “Where’s My Bus and Train?” apps and “Fast 14” work. For more information, visit MassDOT at our website: www.mass.gov/massdot blog: http://blog.mass.gov/transportation/, or follow MassDOT on twitter at https://twitter.com/MassDOT and Facebook at www.facebook.com/massdotinfo